ADHD Mums

By: Jane McFadden
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  • Welcome to The ADHD MUMS Podcast, a lifeline for Australian mums navigating ADHD and motherhood. Perfect for struggling, burnt out mums who want to drop perfectionism.
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  • 83. Too Much? Or Just Misunderstood: ADHD, RSD & the Power of Emotional Intensity

    83. Too Much? Or Just Misunderstood: ADHD, RSD & the Power of Emotional Intensity
    Apr 23 2025

    Ever been called ‘a bit much’? Apologised for your personality before someone’s even asked your name? You’re not alone - and you’re not the problem.

    In this solo episode, Jane cracks open the messy reality of emotional intensity, ADHD, and rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD). From 2am spiral sessions to crying because someone didn’t wave back - this episode calls it what it is: a misunderstood but very real part of neurodivergent life.

    No shame. No pastel filter. Just honest strategies to help your emotional wiring work for you - not against you.

    What We Cover:

    • Why being ‘too much’ is usually just being human with ADHD
    • How RSD can derail your week before breakfast
    • Scripts for when you want to rage-text the school group chat
    • How to pause before you blow up (or implode)
    • What the hell the 10-Minute Rule is - and why it actually works
    • Why emotional regulation isn’t just breathing exercises and wine
    • Modelling emotional resilience (without toxic positivity)
    • Turning emotional intensity into advocacy, connection, and actual power

    Resources & Links:

    Download the RSD & Emotional Intensity Kit – includes scripts, reflection prompts, calm-down strategies

    Related episodes:

    • Handling Family Criticism, Boundary Setting & Boundary Creep on Apple or Spotify (S2 Ep 51)
    • Stop People Pleasing on Apple or Spotify (S2 Ep 50)

    Listen Now

    If your emotions feel like a liability (or your kid’s meltdown sets off your own), this one’s for you. Hit play. Share with a friend who spirals too. And share it with the mum who keeps apologising for just being herself.

    JOIN THE COMMUNITY:

    Have questions or want to connect with other ADHD mums? Join our supportive Facebook group here and dive into the conversation. No question is too small, and I love answering in a group format!

    FOLLOW FOR MORE:

    Get daily tips, insights, and relatable content for ADHD mums by following me on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok or YouTube

    LEAVE A REVIEW:

    Love this episode? Your review means everything! It helps other mums find this content and feel supported. Let’s spread the word and make a difference together.

    COLLABS:

    For collaborations or speaking engagements, email me at jane@adhdmums.com.au.

    MORE RESOURCES:

    Still unsure if ADHD or autism applies to you or your child? Take my recommended self-tests here.

    TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE:

    ADHD emotional intensity, rejection sensitive dysphoria, RSD and ADHD, emotional regulation ADHD, ADHD mum meltdown, ADHD and relationships, ADHD overwhelm, how to manage big emotions ADHD, ADHD parenting stress, ADHD spiralling, ADHD and shame, ADHD self-compassion, ADHD boundary setting, scripts for RSD, ADHD reaction control, ADHD neurodivergent emotions, calming strategies ADHD, ADHD social anxiety, ADHD overstimulation, ADHD mum guilt, ADHD burnout prevention, ADHD advocacy, ADHD friendship struggles

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    27 mins
  • 82. ADHD or PTSD? Why So Many Women Are Misdiagnosed with Amanda Moses

    82. ADHD or PTSD? Why So Many Women Are Misdiagnosed with Amanda Moses
    Apr 21 2025
    Too many women walk into a psych’s office knowing something’s not right—and walk out with a label that only tells half the story. ADHD or PTSD? Or both? In this episode, Jane chats with senior psychologist, educator, and PhD candidate Amanda Moses, whose work centres on complex, highly masked neurodivergent presentations. Together, they tackle one of the most misunderstood clinical issues facing ADHD women: misdiagnosis, trauma-blaming, and the dangerous trend of withholding treatment. If you’ve ever been told to 'treat the trauma first' or felt like your neurodivergence was being ignored because of your childhood history, this one’s for you. 💡 What We Cover: Why ADHD and PTSD are so often confused—by professionalsWhat the research actually says about overlap (not what google says)How to tell the difference between dissociation and ADHD brain fogThe myth that trauma must be ruled out before ADHD can be diagnosedRSD vs trauma responses—how to tell what’s whatWhat actually is trauma-informed ADHD care?What treatment looks like if you have both (and how to advocate for it)Questions you should be asking your health professional. 🔗 Resources & Links: 🔍 Guest: Amanda Moses Psychology 📸 Instagram: @amandamosespsychologyProducts:Misdiagnosis Series ADHD Strategies📚 Referenced research:DSM-5 diagnostic guidelinesAri Tuckman on ADHD & executive functionAlison Daminger on cognitive labour🎧 Related episodes:(Spotify) Ep 20 – The Worst Assessment Process Ever 🎧 Listen Now If you’ve ever walked out of an appointment more confused than when you went in—or been told your ADHD symptoms are ‘just trauma’—please don’t miss this one. Share it with your GP, your psych, your burnt-out mate who’s still waiting for a clear answer. #ADHDMumsPodcast #ADHDWomen #PTSDvsADHD #Misdiagnosis #NeurodivergentWomen #RSD #TraumaInformedCare #ExecutiveFunction #ADHDandTrauma #RejectionSensitivity #NeurodiversityAffirming JOIN THE COMMUNITY: Have questions or want to connect with other ADHD mums? Join our supportive Facebook group here and dive into the conversation. No question is too small, and I love answering in a group format! FOLLOW FOR MORE: Get daily tips, insights, and relatable content for ADHD mums by following me on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok or YouTube LEAVE A REVIEW: Love this episode? Your review means everything! It helps other mums find this content and feel supported. Let’s spread the word and make a difference together. COLLABS: For collaborations or speaking engagements, email me at jane@adhdmums.com.au. MORE RESOURCES: Still unsure if ADHD or autism applies to you or your child? Take my recommended self-tests here. TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE: ADHD and trauma, PTSD vs ADHD, ADHD misdiagnosis, ADHD and PTSD overlap, rejection sensitivity dysphoria, RSD vs trauma, trauma-informed ADHD care, dissociation vs brain fog, ADHD and executive function, ADHD diagnosis with trauma, ADHD in women, ADHD masking, ADHD and childhood trauma, complex trauma and ADHD, trauma-blaming in diagnosis, ADHD and emotional regulation, ADHD late diagnosis, ADHD medication and trauma, trauma-aware psychologists, ADHD mums podcast, ADHD support for women, ADHD and mental health, neurodivergent women, ADHD and therapy, ADHD self-advocacy, ADHD and comorbid conditions, trauma symptoms vs ADHD traits, ADHD and nervous system, navigating ADHD diagnosisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    44 mins
  • 81. You’ve Tried Everything… They Still Won’t Eat: Real Strategies for ARFID at Home

    81. You’ve Tried Everything… They Still Won’t Eat: Real Strategies for ARFID at Home
    Apr 16 2025

    You’re not overreacting. You’ve spent hundreds trying to keep their “safe foods” stocked, only for them to refuse it the next day. You’ve stood in the kitchen, holding a full lunchbox, wondering how they’ll get through the day - and how you’ll keep holding it together.

    This isn’t just fussy eating. And this episode isn’t just more information - it’s the support you’ve been looking for.

    Want real tools to help with ARFID at home? The companion kit to this episode is packed with scripts, trackers, and strategies to make food feel less impossible. Grab it here for just $10.

    In this episode:
    • What *actually* helps when you’ve run out of safe foods and ideas
    • How to feel less panicked when they suddenly refuse the only thing they ate yesterday
    • Ways to reduce the guilt, pressure and dread around mealtimes (for them and for you)
    • Scripts to help you handle family comments or school pushback with calm and clarity
    • How to track food patterns and build a “yes list” that gives you more breathing room
    • What Jane does at home to manage ARFID without daily battles

    This isn’t about getting them to eat broccoli.

    It’s about reducing the anxiety, shame, and exhaustion around food - and giving you a path forward that doesn’t rely on force, tricks, or “just one bite” deals.

    If your child only eats two things, if family mealtimes feel like a minefield, if you’re terrified the fridge doesn’t have the one thing they’ll eat - this episode is for you.

    🎧 Hit play for real strategies that meet you where you're at right now - and help make food one less thing to fight about.

    RESOURCES MENTIONED:

    Facebook Group Community

    Episode: Beyond ‘Picky Eating’ - What ARFID Feels Like: Claire Britton’s Personal Story - Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Website

    Episode: Could it be ARFID? Spotting the signs + why it’s not just fussy eating - Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Website

    FOLLOW FOR MORE:

    Get daily tips, insights, and relatable content for ADHD mums by following me on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok or YouTube

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    42 mins

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